Dr. Fred Rottnek joins Percy Menzies on All Things Addiction to discuss alcohol use disorder—its history, stigma, and treatment. They explore how alcohol-related deaths surged during COVID-19, why medications like Naltrexone remain underused, and how shifting from moral judgment to medical care can save lives. This episode offers hope, education, and evidence-based solutions for treating alcohol addiction with compassion and science.

Harm reduction is often associated with opioids, but alcohol misuse remains an even larger public health challenge. In this response to ‘Balance Your Buzz,’ Percy Menzies explores practical strategies for reducing risky drinking—ranging from disposable breathalyzers in bars to FDA-approved medications like naltrexone and The Sinclair Method.